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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 1-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Joan do when Paul tells his uncle what she taught him?
(a) Hits him.
(b) Laughs.
(c) Blushes.
(d) Runs away.

2. Who has helped Paul make his fortune?
(a) Mother.
(b) Joan.
(c) Barrett.
(d) Oscar.

3. What disintegrates shortly after Mother gets married?
(a) Her good looks.
(b) Her relationship with her husband.
(c) Her goals and dreams.
(d) Her ties to her family.

4. How does the author describe Mother's taste in things?
(a) Expensive.
(b) Practical.
(c) Fine.
(d) Simple.

5. How many children does mother have?
(a) 5.
(b) 4.
(c) 6.
(d) 3.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mother say was her biggest mistake?

2. What is Barrett's job?

3. How does Barrett know what to bet on?

4. Who put Paul's family in debt?

5. Who often buys toys for the children?

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